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A movie should be, similar to music, more than fiction. It should be a boost of mood and feeling. The theme idea, the meaning behind it, etc., was only later.
—The Shining director, Stanley Kubrick
It is said that movies are a good medicine in life, it makes us feel happy, and it also makes us believe in life more. Classical music has always been an important part of movies, and almost every movie is indispensable to the decoration of classical music.
The following 13 insightful classical music movies, the world music bacteria to recommend to you, eleven period, enrich the heart and ears.
1
soloist
The Soloist (2009)
This musical film starring American singer/actress Jamie Fox, "Iron Man" Robert Downey and Catherine Keener has classical music elements worth savoring.
The soloist is based on a true story. Schizophrenic musical genius Sanil Els, with the help of Steve Lopez, regained himself, and in the process of getting along, their lives changed a lot.
As a music lover, if you focus on the music part, it's definitely a treat for the weekend.
2
Callas forever
Callas Forever (2002)
The biopic revolves around the life of a popular opera singer, Maria Callas. Kalas was once famous for her beautiful singing voice, but the years were not spared, and she was not cared for when she was older.
Producer Larry came up with a way to bring Karas back to life by having her perform in the movie Carmen, but using her sweet voice from 20 years ago, to make 53-year-old Kalas popular again. However, the age of the peak of the voice is still gone.
3
Fantasia 2000
Fantasy (2000)
Fantasia 2000 is a sequel to Disney's 1940 fantasia, a sequel to an animated classical music film, consisting of eight musical shorts.
In addition to Duka's "The Sorcerer's Apprentice", the film includes Bach's "Tokata and Fugue in D minor", Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker", Stravinsky's "The Rite of Spring", Beethoven's "Pastoral Symphony", Schubert's "Blessed Maria"...
Watching this movie is like listening to a symphony, a completely artistic animated film, which opens with Beethoven's "Fifth Symphony", famous songs throughout, and classical music fans should not miss it.
4
Seventh veil
The Seventh Veil（1945）
One of the most popular musical films of the 40s, not only made it to the Oscars, but also won the hearts of millions of viewers with its rich music, captivating plot and powerful performances.
The film tells the story of a pianist Francis who jumped into the river and committed suicide because of a car accident and a car fire, Frances's hand was injured, and she decided that she could no longer play the piano. But in the end, the doctor allowed her to overcome the mental obstacle and find her true lover inside.
5
Listerian
Lisztomania (1975)
This biographical musical of the 70s brilliantly depicts the life of an ace pianist, Franz Liszt, who co-wrote with composer Richard Wagner.
Director Ken Russell uses a group of '70s rock stars to deconstruct Liszt and Wagner more than a century ago, and Liszt's improvisational skills are brilliantly portrayed in the film, while Roger Daltrey, who plays Liszt, mischievously casts him as the prototype of an avant-garde rock musician.
6
Sunset Quartet
A Late Quartet (2012)
A quartet full of honors that breaks the calm as one of its members is diagnosed with an incurable disease. Peter, the violinist and the oldest member of the quartet, suddenly learned of his Parkinson's disease and decided to leave the group.
The four were preparing for a concert for their 25th anniversary — perhaps the last time they'd perform on the same stage. Perhaps only years of friendship and the power of the music itself can make the concert run smoothly...
7
Gould's 32 short films
Thirty-Two Short Films About Glenn Gould (1993)
The film uses Baha's "Goudberg Variations", inlaid with the life poem of the piano monster Jeggold, and thirty-two concise paragraphs to completely outline the life of this musical genius.
Gould longs for the North Pole, sits on all kinds of medicine cans, talks to himself on the phone, doesn't care that the other person is asleep, wears a coat on a hot day, wears fingerless gloves when playing the piano... The artist's heart is lonely.
For music lovers, this film offers 32 pieces of music that are worth savoring.
8
Biography of Mozart
Amadeus (1984)
I believe that friends who know this movie are impressed by the laughter of the protagonist who plays Mozart in it. In flashbacks, it tells the life of the musician Mozart.
His amazing musical talent, excellent compositional skills, and childlike personality made Mozart a three-dimensional person in music and life. "The Biography of Mozart" won eight awards at the 57th Academy Awards in 1985, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor.
9
She was lonelier than fireworks
Hilary and Jackie (1998)
Based on a biography co-authored by British cellist Jacqueline Duprey's sister Hillary and her brother Pierce, it blends truth and art to show a different side of Dupre.
The plot is set in England, two talented musician sisters, caring for each other and competing with each other, the younger sister in the field of music is getting better and better, attracting the attention of the public; the sister is depressed, gradually declining...
"She's Lonelier Than Fireworks" won 10 nominations in 1999 for the Oscars, Golden Globes, British Academy of Film and Television Arts awards and other major awards, and friends who like Dupree are not to be missed.
10
Biography of Beethoven
Immortal Beloved
"Wherever I am, you are with me, trailing my dreams, and I whisper to you. All my thoughts come from you, my immortal lover..." The film recounts a love affair with music master Beethoven, interspersed with fragments of Beethoven's life of composing and directing symphonic music after he became deaf.
Beethoven was an incredible genius and the most ideal man among women. He had many relationships while he was alive, but after his death, it was discovered that Beethoven had written a letter to her beloved, but the lady was not mentioned. The letter eventually became a mystery...
11
Shiny style
Shine（1996）
Based on a true story, the little boy Geoffrey Rush grew up in a jewish family with a strict family
Passionate about music and enjoys playing the piano, he also suffers from latent schizophrenia and is unable to focus on becoming a successful pianist.
But peter, the father of the little boy, pinned all his hopes on him, and urged him to study hard and practice hard. The music in this movie is worth appreciating.
12
The Music Lovers (1970)
Music Lovers (1970)
A film with excellent musical clips about pianist Tchaikovsky, who discovers that he is gay and marries nina Miliukova, the object of his love, only to discover that he turns out to be a female fanatic.
The film was not popular with audiences at its release, but its bold visuals and the astonishing performance of Tchaikovsky's music in the film made it one of the best in contemporary cinema.
13
Life sounds good because of you
Mr. Holland’s Opus（1995）
The ambitious composer Gran Holland had to give up his ideals in order to earn money and get a job as a music teacher, and the burden of family life forced him to face reality.
Students with poor musical foundations played instruments that were not only out of tune, but even Bach had never heard of them. Holland's confidence was taken a hit, but with the encouragement of his wife, he found a balance between work and dreams.
He decided to try to be a good music teacher instead of becoming a superstar composer and becoming the focus of attention. The movie conveys a truth that success may not be exactly as you think, but selfless love and time can prove that your choice is right.
Content Sources
https://www.cmuse.org/best-classical-music-movies/
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